Jimmy Garoppolo

Career StatsB

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		85	15,828	96	52	97.6
2025		3	0	0	0	39.6
2024		1	334	2	1	97.0

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

**This is a shrewd value play by the Rams.** Jimmy Garoppolo's one-year, $3M deal earns a B- CVI as a classic low-risk, high-reward veteran quarterback signing that addresses depth concerns without breaking the bank. While Garoppolo profiles as a rotational player at this stage of his career, his $3M price tag represents exceptional value for a signal-caller who has extensive playoff experience and can credibly manage an NFL offense if called upon. At 32, he's past his prime as a franchise quarterback, but the fully guaranteed structure eliminates long-term risk while providing the Rams with legitimate insurance behind Matthew Stafford. The short-term commitment allows Los Angeles to reassess their quarterback room next offseason while potentially getting starter-quality production at backup prices if injuries strike. This signing exemplifies smart roster construction — finding experienced veterans willing to take prove-it deals in favorable situations.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Jimmy's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Jimmy Garoppolo, a 12-year veteran and former first-round pick, enters 2025 as Los Angeles' established bridge quarterback with a B-grade profile. The 34-year-old has accumulated 85 career starts and carries a career 97.6 passer rating—a testament to his ability to manage games efficiently in structured offenses. His current role reflects his standing: a reliable, experience-laden signal-caller who can win with defense and running game support, not a dynamic playmaker expected to carry a franchise. This season has exposed the age-related decline many anticipated. Garoppolo's 77.7 passer rating sits notably below the NFL average of 87.79, while his 172.1 passing yards per game trail the league average of 189.25 significantly. However, his 65.1 completion percentage holds steady against the 63.59 NFL benchmark, and his 7.13 yards per attempt remains solid. The critical weakness is his inability to create with his legs—5.57 rushing yards per game ranks well below the 12.31 NFL average—limiting his impact outside the pocket and forcing reliance on clean protection. His statistical trajectory from a C-minus in 2025 down from prior seasons signals accelerating decline. Garoppolo's floor remains serviceable in limited snaps or injury replacement scenarios, but his ceiling as a full-time starter has clearly contracted. Watch whether the Rams prioritize youth development at the position or lean further into the veteran's familiarity with Sean McVay's system. His 12-year pedigree carries weight, yet the current metrics suggest diminishing returns on extended playing time.

How Jimmy Compares at the Position

Jimmy Garoppolo ranks 23rd of 107 graded quarterbacks by performance. That slots Jimmy between Jayden Daniels (B) just ahead and Daniel Jones (B) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Jimmy Garoppolo enters 2026 as a veteran backup option rather than a franchise centerpiece, reflecting his 12-year journeyman trajectory and modest $3M contract. Recent headlines show the Rams remain interested in a reunion and that Garoppolo is actively considering a return after flirting with retirement, which sustains baseline credibility as a capable depth piece. However, the organization's simultaneous exploration of Kirk Cousins for the backup role signals they view Garoppolo as one option among several, not a priority. Media coverage is pragmatic rather than enthusiastic—framing him as a reliable veteran presence without suggesting he will command significant snaps or impact. Overall perception reflects a respected locker-room presence and experienced arm in a backup capacity, but with limited upside narrative or starter expectations heading into the season.